# Rolex Datejust 41 126334: A Reference Guide

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- Published: 2026-05-13
- Updated: 2026-10-15
- Author: Michael Martucci

Rolex · Datejust 41 Rolex Datejust 41 126334: A Reference Guide The 41 mm Rolesor Datejust with the fluted white-gold bezel — Rolex’s most-sold men’s reference and the single most popular Datejust on the pre-owned market. Specs, lineage, market data, and where the 126334 sits against earlier 116234 and Datejust II 116334 generations. Quick answerThe Rolex Datejust 41 126334 is the 41 mm steel Datejust with an 18k white-gold fluted bezel, in production since 2016. It runs the caliber 3235 with a 70-hour power reserve, comes on an Oyster or Jubilee bracelet and is water resistant to 100 m. Rolex’s 2026 US retail price is $11,650; pre-owned examples typically trade above retail. Specifications Case material Oystersteel (904L stainless steel) and 18k white gold (fluted bezel) Diameter 41 mm Lug-to-lug 48 mm Thickness 11.9 mm Movement Rolex caliber 3235 (Perpetual, mechanical, self-winding) Power reserve 70 hours Frequency 28,800 vph (4 Hz) Jewels 31 Water resistance 100 m / 330 ft Bezel 18k white gold, fluted Crystal Scratch-resistant sapphire, Cyclops lens at 3 o’clock Bracelet Oyster (3-link) or Jubilee (5-link) — buyer’s choice. Oysterclasp with Easylink 5 mm extension Lume Chromalight (blue glow) Dial Multiple options — Slate, Wimbledon (slate w/ green Romans), Mint Green, Silver, Champagne, Blue, Black — Roman, baton, or diamond indices Date Cyclops magnified (~2.5×) at 3 o’clock Years produced 2016 – present (current production) MSRP (Rolex 2026) $11,650 USD Country of origin Switzerland Reference family Datejust 41 (classic / professional) Predecessor Rolex Datejust II 116334 (2009–2016, 41 mm but thicker) Successor — current production Model History The Datejust line originated in 1945 with the reference 4467 — Rolex’s celebration of its 40th anniversary and the first wristwatch with an automatically-changing date in a window. Every modern Rolex date complication traces to that 4467. The Datejust expanded over the next eighty years through the 1601 (1961), 16014 (1977), 16234 (1988), 116234 (2005), and the Datejust II 116334 (2009) — Rolex’s first 41 mm Datejust, which addressed market demand for larger wrist watches but ran thick at 12.5 mm. The 126334 launched in 2016 as a corrective to the Datejust II. Same 41 mm case diameter, but slimmed to 11.9 mm thickness via the new caliber 3235 (which itself was 0.2 mm thinner than the caliber 3136 it replaced) and revised case proportions. The lug profile was sharpened, the dial-to-bezel ratio adjusted, and the bracelet finishing tightened. The result wears noticeably better than the Datejust II despite identical dimensions on paper. Mechanically the 126334 introduced caliber 3235 to the Datejust family — Rolex’s then-flagship time-and-date movement, with 70-hour power reserve (vs 48 on the 3136), Chronergy escapement, paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring, and superlative chronometer certification. The same caliber powers the modern Submariner Date 126610LN, Sea-Dweller 126600, and Yacht-Master 126622. The 126334’s combination of fluted-bezel formality, 41 mm modern proportions, and the broadest dial-and-bracelet permutation set in any Rolex reference (over a dozen dial options × Oyster vs Jubilee bracelet) makes it the company’s most-sold men’s watch by units. On the secondary market it is also the single most popular Datejust reference — the default professional dress-sport watch for buyers who do not want a sport bezel. Variations & Sub-References Reference Description Note 126334 Datejust 41 — White Rolesor (steel + 18k white gold), fluted bezel this reference 126333 Datejust 41 — Yellow Rolesor (steel + 18k yellow gold), fluted yellow gold bezel 126331 Datejust 41 — Everose Rolesor (steel + 18k Everose gold), fluted Everose bezel 126300 Datejust 41 — pure Oystersteel, smooth bezel — the entry Datejust 41 126301 Datejust 41 — Yellow Rolesor, smooth bezel 126200 Datejust 36 — pure Oystersteel, smooth bezel — sister-ref smaller case 126234 Datejust 36 — White Rolesor, fluted bezel — sister-ref smaller case Market Pricing Rolex’s 2026 US retail for the 126334 is $11,650, with the Jubilee bracelet adding a small premium. On the secondary market, pre-owned examples typically trade above retail, depending on dial color, bracelet, year of production, and set status. Wimbledon-dial and Mint-Green-dial examples on Jubilee bracelet regularly sit at the top of the range; baton-index slate-dial examples on Oyster sit toward the floor. Authorized Dealer waitlists for the 126334 can extend 12-24 months for desirable dial-and-bracelet configurations; secondary market availability is consistent. Market levels move week to week — contact us for a quote on a specific piece you are buying or selling. MSRP (verified October 2026) is shown for reference, so you can see whether a watch trades above or below retail. Palazzo sells at secondary-market prices — see our current listings or ask us for a quote. Price-driving factors Dial color Wimbledon (slate with green Roman numerals) and Mint Green dials trade at a meaningful premium — they are AD-allocation-constrained even by Datejust standards. Champagne, blue, and Roman silver sit in the middle of the range. Plain baton-index slate or black dials are the most readily available and sit toward the floor. Bracelet Jubilee bracelet examples typically command a small premium over Oyster on the secondary market. The Jubilee is the more traditional Datejust bracelet and the more visually distinctive choice; collectors disproportionately seek it. Year of production 2024-2026 stamps with full warranty card command the top of the range. 2016-2018 examples sit lower — the 126334 has been in production long enough that early-run pieces are now meaningfully aged. Set status Full set with original Rolex box, anchor tag, booklets, and warranty card commands a notable premium over watch-only. AD card from a desirable city (Manhattan, London, Tokyo) compounds the premium for collector buyers. Comparable References Rolex Datejust 41 126300 Same case, smooth bezel, pure steel. The non-Rolesor version; preferred by buyers who want a quieter Datejust. Rolex Datejust 36 126234 Same fluted-bezel Rolesor configuration, 36 mm case. The classic-proportion alternative; wears more vintage. Rolex Day-Date 40 228235 40 mm Everose / yellow gold / platinum with day display. The president-line step up. Omega Aqua Terra 220.10 41 mm steel time-and-date alternative. Different brand, different polish; the natural formal-sport pick from another maker. Current 126334 Inventory 2023 Rolex Datejust 41 126334 Blue Dial 18k White Gold Jubilee Box Papers 41mm $15,500.00 View watch Rolex 126334 Datejust 41 Steel Grey Dial $15,000.00 View watch In Jersey City? See our pre-owned Rolex in Jersey City, or book watch repair & service at our Hudson Street showroom. Frequently Asked Questions Is the Rolex Datejust 41 126334 still in production? Yes. The 126334 is current production as of 2026 and has been Rolex’s flagship 41 mm Rolesor Datejust since 2016. Authorized Dealers manage waitlists; the secondary market offers immediate availability across dial-and-bracelet permutations. Oyster vs Jubilee bracelet — which is better? Both are factory options at the same retail price; the choice is aesthetic. The Oyster (three-link, brushed center) reads sportier and pairs more easily with casual outfits. The Jubilee (five-link, polished center links) reads dressier and is the historically classic Datejust bracelet. On the secondary market, Jubilee examples typically command a small premium. What’s the difference between the Datejust 41 126334 and the Datejust II 116334? Same 41 mm case diameter, but the 126334 is 0.6 mm thinner (11.9 vs 12.5), runs caliber 3235 (70-hour reserve) instead of 3136 (48-hour reserve), has refined lug and bracelet proportions, and a tighter dial-to-bezel ratio. The 126334 wears noticeably better despite identical case dimensions on paper. The 116334 was discontinued in 2016. Wimbledon dial — what is it and why is it so sought-after? The “Wimbledon” dial is a slate-grey sunburst with green Roman numerals, named for Rolex’s tennis tournament sponsorship. Allocation has historically been the most constrained of any 126334 dial color — AD waitlists extend years in major markets. Secondary-market premiums for Wimbledon-dial 126334 examples on Jubilee bracelet typically sit several thousand dollars above plain-dial configurations. How can I tell if my 126334 is authentic? We mechanically inspect every Datejust 41 before listing — caliber 3235 confirmed in the movement, serial cross-checked against Rolex production records, dial print and Cyclops magnification verified against era-correct reference samples, bracelet end-link finishing inspected for factory tolerances, fluted bezel facets checked against an unworn comparison piece. Dial swaps are the most common after-market modification on this reference. We document each step and provide a written authentication summary at sale. Does the 126334 come with a warranty? Every 126334 we sell carries our lifetime movement warranty for first-time clients — we cover the movement for as long as you own the watch. Rolex’s own 5-year international warranty transfers with the original warranty card if the watch is within that window. Acquire, Sell, or Consign Rolex 126334 · authenticated · lifetime first-time warranty · free overnight shipping Sell Your Rolex WhatsApp Us Call 551-345-4998 Email Sales Book a Private Appointment Explore More Find a Rolex Dealer Near You Rolex Dealer Jersey City